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What Causes Inflammation And Soreness In Big Toe After Pedicure?
Question: I had a pedicure on Thursday by Saturday my big toes was inflamed and very sore. It has not improved and seems to get worse with walking,
Brief Answer:
Might be ingrown nail, neosporin ointment
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome.
I have gone through your query and the picture.
Based on that it might be ingrown toenail secondary to deep cutting. Its an easily manageable condition. A few days antibiotics and wound care and you will be all set free from the pain and worries.
Presently I would suggest you soak your feet in warm water. Do this for 15 to 20 minutes three to four times a day. Soaking reduces swelling and relieves tenderness. Apply antibiotic cream like neosporin. Put antibiotic ointment on the tender area and bandage the toe. Choose sensible footwear. Consider wearing open-toed shoes or sandals until your toe feels better. Take pain relievers. Over-the-counter pain relievers such as acetaminophen (Tylenol, others), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) and naproxen sodium (Aleve) may help ease the toe pain.
This provisional advice provided by me is based entirely on the input provided to me. I would suggest examination by the doctor.
I hope this suggestion might be of some help to you. Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Take care.
Might be ingrown nail, neosporin ointment
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome.
I have gone through your query and the picture.
Based on that it might be ingrown toenail secondary to deep cutting. Its an easily manageable condition. A few days antibiotics and wound care and you will be all set free from the pain and worries.
Presently I would suggest you soak your feet in warm water. Do this for 15 to 20 minutes three to four times a day. Soaking reduces swelling and relieves tenderness. Apply antibiotic cream like neosporin. Put antibiotic ointment on the tender area and bandage the toe. Choose sensible footwear. Consider wearing open-toed shoes or sandals until your toe feels better. Take pain relievers. Over-the-counter pain relievers such as acetaminophen (Tylenol, others), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) and naproxen sodium (Aleve) may help ease the toe pain.
This provisional advice provided by me is based entirely on the input provided to me. I would suggest examination by the doctor.
I hope this suggestion might be of some help to you. Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Take care.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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